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Comprehensive course to guide you through the CPP exam and to help you achieve the Certified Professional Photographer distinction. Scroll to learn more!
Take the CPP Prep Course on your own terms.
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This course is the only comprehensive online CPP Prep course taught by an approved certified instructor!
Gain the technical and practical information you need in an easy to follow format.
Be part of a community that is encouraging and positive and is here to help you succeed.
No additional expenses to take this course. Once you enroll, you stay enrolled for 2 years!
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Oh, yeah, become a better photographer too!
This is a good course because Cris makes it personal, which is hard to do via computer based training. Good pace, good material coverage, good choice for CP...
Read MoreThis is a good course because Cris makes it personal, which is hard to do via computer based training. Good pace, good material coverage, good choice for CPP prep. UPDATE: Passed the CPP test in Atlanta, GA at Imaging USA 2019. Thank you Cris!
Read LessCris Duncan, the instructor is a photographer with a teacher's compassion and gift! Not only has he been in the trenches of the photographic world, but his d...
Read MoreCris Duncan, the instructor is a photographer with a teacher's compassion and gift! Not only has he been in the trenches of the photographic world, but his desire to share his knowledge and heart with his students boldly shines through. The class modules are short enough for you to not lose focus and the material is broken down and organized so even I could get it. If I can can get it, you will too. I promise you will get out of it what you put into it. I haven't taken the exam yet, but I am far more confident and looking forward to getting after it! Thanks so much!
Read LessGreat appreciation for Cris Duncan and the Get Certified! CPP Test Preparation Course! Cris presented the material in such an easy to understand format and i...
Read MoreGreat appreciation for Cris Duncan and the Get Certified! CPP Test Preparation Course! Cris presented the material in such an easy to understand format and it never seemed overwhelming. The online format allowed me to study at my own pace. And I liked that I could go back and review material that I felt I needed to study in more depth. I felt much more relaxed and prepared for the exam after taking this course. Results are in and I passed the exam! Yay! Thank you Cris!
Read LessLoved it. I am very pleased with my purchase of this CPP test prep course. I really learned a lot and after taking the practice I have a better understanding...
Read MoreLoved it. I am very pleased with my purchase of this CPP test prep course. I really learned a lot and after taking the practice I have a better understanding on what I need to work on. Some of the questions I missed were silly mistakes and I'll improve for sure.
Read LessEvery concept was broken down in an easy-to-understand way. Each lesson was engaging and informative. I appreciated the practice quizzes throughout and the f...
Read MoreEvery concept was broken down in an easy-to-understand way. Each lesson was engaging and informative. I appreciated the practice quizzes throughout and the fact that I could go back and review the lessons at any time. I felt very prepared for the exam, and passed without difficulty. I highly recommend this course.
Read LessCris does a great job giving you the information you need and the examples of how to apply the information to your business. If you want to better yourself a...
Read MoreCris does a great job giving you the information you need and the examples of how to apply the information to your business. If you want to better yourself as a photographer the information you learn here will do that and the bonus is, you will be prepared to take the CPP exam when you are ready.
Read LessCris does a great job presenting a vast amount of difficult material in an easily consumable form. You cannot help but take better photographs after taking t...
Read MoreCris does a great job presenting a vast amount of difficult material in an easily consumable form. You cannot help but take better photographs after taking this course. I just got my results back, passed on first attempt. Thanks!
Read LessThank you Cris for the comprehensive photography course. I now have much better understanding of the craft and how to use it in practical application. Due to...
Read MoreThank you Cris for the comprehensive photography course. I now have much better understanding of the craft and how to use it in practical application. Due to the cost, I hesitated signing up for the course initially. But, now I understand its value and the effort on your part putting the course material together. Very much appreciated sharing your knowledge.
Read LessCris does a great job giving you the information you need and the examples of how to apply the information to your business. If you want to better yourself a...
Read MoreCris does a great job giving you the information you need and the examples of how to apply the information to your business. If you want to better yourself as a photographer the information you learn here will do that and the bonus is, you will be prepared to take the CPP exam when you are ready.
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Exceeds expectations.
Read LessCris Duncan did an outstanding job creating a valuable and comprehensive prep course. YouTube videos were the only supplements I used to prepare for the CPP ...
Read MoreCris Duncan did an outstanding job creating a valuable and comprehensive prep course. YouTube videos were the only supplements I used to prepare for the CPP Test.
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All the lessons, quizzes and study material you see below!
CPP Course Follow Along Slide Deck & Workbook - DOWNLOAD AND PRINT *
CPP Glossary of Terms - READ & VIEW ONLINE - DOWNLOAD & PRINT
** 2022 Test Specifications update - READ ME!**
2022 CPP Test Specifications - DOWNLOAD ME
CPP UPDATE: Technical Image Evaluation
FREE PREVIEWCamera, lenses and Attachments - Test Specs
FREE PREVIEWLesson 1 - Camera, Lenses & Attachments. (29:05)
FREE PREVIEWQuiz #1 - Camera, Lenses and Attachments
FREE PREVIEWLesson 2 - Camera, Lenses & Attachments (34:02)
FREE PREVIEWQuiz #2 - Camera, Lenses and Attachments
FREE PREVIEWLesson 3 - Camera, Lenses & Attachments. (37:42)
Quiz #3 - Camera, Lenses and Attachments
Well Done!
Chapter 1 Survey
Exposure & Meters - Test Specs.
Lesson 4 - Exposure & Meters (50:35)
Quiz #4 - Exposure & Meters
BONUS LESSON: Exposure Equivalent Calculations. (11:04)
Quiz - Exposure Equivalents (Incase you wanted a few more)
Lesson 5 - Exposure & Meters (28:15)
Quiz #5 - Exposure & Meters
Great Job!
Chapter II Survey
Lighting - Test Specs
Lesson 6 Part I - Lighting (23:11)
Lesson 6 Part II - Lighting (17:10)
Quiz #6 - Lighting
Lesson 7 - Lighting (24:12)
BONUS LESSON: Ratio Calculations (7:57)
Quiz #7 - Lighting Ratios
Lesson 8 - Lighting (12:15)
Lighting as a NARRATIVE Tool. BONUS VIDEO (13:41)
Lesson 9 - Lighting (21:51)
Lesson 10 - Lighting (27:58)
Quiz #8 - Lighting
Lesson 11 - Lighting (29:27)
Quiz #9 - Lighting
Lesson 12 - Lighting (20:10)
Quiz #10 - Lighting
Keep on Keeping On.
Chapter III Survey
Composition & Design - Test Specs
Lesson 13 - Composition & Design (12:04)
Lesson 14 - Composition & Design (12:21)
Quiz #11 - Composition & Design
Lesson 15 - Lighting & Composition (19:34)
Lesson 16 - Composition & Design (19:10)
Quiz #12 - Composition & Design
Lesson 17 - Composition & Design (15:09)
Quiz #13 - Composition & Design
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Chapter IV Survey
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FAQs
CPP is a designation conferred by the Professional Photographers of America, meaning Certified Professional Photographer. I call it a Competent, Proficient Professional.
Right away! As soon as you enroll, you will be given immediate access to the entire course and can start on lesson #1 or #10, although we recommend starting at, well, the start.
Once you enroll, you stay enrolled for 2 years. Watch and learn when and where you please.
Not at All! This course is for anyone who want to be a better photographer.
No. Anyone can enroll and take this course. However, you do need to be a PPA member to complete the certification process
No one can answer that but you. We want to make sure the information you learn sticks! That is why we added example questions to the lessons, we have short quizzes in each section and there is even a 100 question practice exam.
Not at all. Inside the course is a discussion panel that you can ask questions. You will also be invited to join an exclusive Facebook group with access to your instructor and other photographers that will provide you with positive and encouraging feedback.
Not a problem. This course was designed so that no matter what your learning style, you will become more knowledgeable. We have a workbook and study guide that follows along with the course step by step. Use it to take notes as you read, watch and/or listen to your instructor.
I could not agree more, that is why the concepts in this course are broken down in to smaller, easy to digest and understand video lessons. We have quizzes that reinforce what you learned as well as text content and some just for fun lessons as well.